Is the training Qualiopi certified?

Yes, Learni is a Qualiopi-certified training organization. This certification guarantees the quality of our courses and enables funding through OPCO and other mechanisms.

What is the duration of the Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training?

The Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training takes place over 35 hours. The program is structured in progressive modules for optimal skill development.

How can I fund my training?

Our courses are eligible for OPCO funding. Learni supports you through the funding process. A personalized quote is available upon request.

What are the prerequisites for this training?

The prerequisites for the Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training are: Mastery of Linux/Unix, intermediate Ruby, basic Chef experience (cookbooks, runlists).. A preliminary interview validates your eligibility.

Is the training available in person?

Yes, the Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training is available in remote. The format can be adapted to your needs (inter, intra, custom).

Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures | Learni

The story of Learni

Founded by passionate advocates of learning and innovation, Learni set out to make professional training accessible to everyone, everywhere in the world. Our team works in the largest cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and internationally, to support talents and organizations in their skills development.

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Methods, approaches, and teaching resources

The Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training is delivered in-person or remotely (blended-learning, e-learning, virtual classroom, remote in-person). At Learni, a Qualiopi-certified training organization, each program is designed to maximize skills acquisition, regardless of the training mode chosen.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative, and active methods (through practical exercises and/or real-world scenarios). This pedagogical approach ensures concrete and directly applicable learning in the workplace.

Teaching resources provided

To ensure the quality of the Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training, Learni provides the following teaching resources:

Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, video projector or interactive touchscreen (for remote sessions)
Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
Course materials, practical exercises, and supplementary resources
Post-training access to materials and teaching resources

For in-house training at a location external to Learni, the client ensures and commits to having all necessary teaching materials (IT equipment, internet connection...) for the proper conduct of the training action in accordance with the prerequisites indicated in the communicated training program.

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Assessment methods

The assessment of skills acquired during the Training Chef - Automate Complex Infrastructures training is carried out through:

During training: case studies, practical exercises, and professional scenarios
At the end of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
After training: training completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Training accessibility

Learni is committed to the accessibility of its professional training programs. All our training programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt teaching methods to your specific needs. Do not hesitate to contact us for any accommodation request.

Training access terms and deadlines

Training objectives

Develop modular cookbooks with Berkshelf and Policyfiles

Manage roles, environments, and secure data bags

Automate tests via Test Kitchen and Chef InSpec

Leverage Chef Server API for advanced scaling

Integrate Chef into Jenkins/GitLab CI/CD pipelines

Diagnose performance and optimize recipes

Deploy zero-downtime in critical production

Training program

Module 1Advanced Cookbooks: Modularity, Berkshelf, Policyfiles (ChefDK)

Dive into cookbook modularity, install Berkshelf for smooth dependency management, build robust Policyfiles, apply to multi-environment cloud cases, test rapid iterations, produce immediately deployable deliverables, gain autonomy and speed in automation today.

Module 2Roles, Environments, Data Bags: Sensitive Data Management (Chef Vault)

Master roles for node convergence, segment dev/prod/staging environments, encrypt data bags with Chef Vault, implement on hybrid AWS/Azure infrastructure, simulate secure scenarios, generate dynamic configurations, secure secrets in teams, transform chaos into fluid orchestration.

Module 3Advanced Testing: Test Kitchen, Foodcritic, InSpec (Code Quality)

Automate unit/integration tests with Test Kitchen, analyze code via Foodcritic/Rubocop, validate InSpec compliance on live servers, debug real Kubernetes/Docker exercises, iterate audit profiles, deliver zero-defect code, accelerate DevOps cycles without risks.

Module 4Pro Chef Server: API, Search, High Availability (Push Jobs)

Configure Chef Server HA cluster, leverage REST API for custom automations, implement dynamic attribute Search, integrate asynchronous Push Jobs, scale 1000+ nodes, apply Grafana monitoring, deploy critical workloads, become a resilient infra architect.

Module 5CI/CD Integrations, Scaling, Best Practices: Final Project (Jenkins)

Integrate Chef with Jenkins/GitLab CI, orchestrate full IaC pipelines, optimize LWRP/custom resources performance, simulate disaster recovery, present live capstone project, receive expert feedback, leave with concrete portfolio, excel in production DevOps tomorrow.